'Don't think that he's worth that kind of number': Pietersen says 'there's nothing special' about what Morris delivers

Former England skipper Kevin Pietersen feels there is a lot of pressure on Morris after he became the most expensive buy in this year's mini-auction ahead of the 14th edition of IPL.

There have been a lot of eyes on Rajasthan Royals all-rounder Chris Morris this season. The lanky South African was picked up by RR for ₹16 crore in the auction that took place in February. He became the most expensive player in the history of the league with that and it has added to the pressure on him. Morris hasn't been able to inspire his side to victories this season. Even though he won the game against Delhi Capitals, the jury is still out on him.

Kevin Pietersen and Chris Morris. (Getty/ IPL)

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Former England skipper Kevin Pietersen feels there is a lot of pressure on Morris after he became the most expensive buy in this year's mini-auction ahead of the 14th edition of IPL.

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Pietersen feels Morris isn't worthy of the price at which he was bought in the IPL auction.

"This is going to sound harsh, but he went for a lot more money than I would have ever paid for, to be completely honest. I just don't think that he's worth that kind of number. I think there's pressure on him," said Pietersen on Star Sports Live Feed Select Dugout

"He's not a first choice for the South African side. So, I think we're expecting too much. There's too much talked about him. I don't think he's the kind of guy that's going to consistently deliver. I mean this with the greatest deal of respect," he further said.

"There's nothing special about what he does, and if he does run-in, he'll run-in for two games. And then he'll go missing for a few games and it's not the kind of thing that you should be seeing. He has the attributes," Pietersen added.

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While Morris did finish the game against Delhi Capitals, the all-rounder failed to leave a mark on Thursday against RCB. Morris scored 10 off seven balls and leaked runs at an economy of 12.70 which eventually saw RCB registering a thumping win, thanks to Devdutt Padikkal's unbeaten 101 and skipper Virat Kohli's 72.

Rajasthan Royals will next lock horns with Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Saturday.

(with ANI inputs)